Underwriting Jobs in Surprise, AZ

An Underwriter in the insurance industry is responsible for assessing risk and eligibility of potential clients. They play a key role by examining insurance applications and determining whether to provide insurance, and under what terms. Insurance underwriters use software to help analyze information and make decisions. They are essentially the ones who decide if an insurance company should take on a potential policyholder and how much premium to charge for taking on risk. This decision is made based on the potential client's risk profile, which is evaluated using technical data and statistical models.

Important skills for an insurance Underwriter include analytical skills, decision-making abilities, attention to detail, and good judgment. They must be able to process complex information and make sound decisions. To increase their competency and credibility in the industry, Underwriters can pursue professional certifications such as Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), Associate in Commercial Underwriting (ACU), or Associate in Personal Insurance (API). Prior to becoming an underwriter, individuals may have roles such as Insurance Agent, Claims Adjuster, or Risk Analyst. These roles provide valuable exposure and experience in the field of insurance which can be helpful in understanding the fundamentals of risk evaluation.

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Underwriting Specialist - Construction Property

  • Zurich Insurance Company Ltd.
  • Phoenix, AZ (22 miles from Surprise, AZ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (22 miles from Surprise, AZ)
  • 45+ days ago

We are looking for an Underwriting Specialist Construction Property to cover our West territory....

Hybrid

Small CL Field Underwriting Director

  • The Hanover Insurance Group
  • Phoenix, AZ (22 miles from Surprise, AZ)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (22 miles from Surprise, AZ)
  • 10 hours ago

High-level proficiencies in underwriting execution and makes appropriate decisions within own underwriting authority and independently sets account strategy, occasionally partners with manager to set...

In Person

Associate Commercial Underwriter (Hybrid / Remote Possible (US)

  • First American Financial Corporation
  • Phoenix, AZ (22 miles from Surprise, AZ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (22 miles from Surprise, AZ)
  • 1 day ago

and policies Exercise decision making authority, according to underwriting standards and guidelines, to underwrite the issuance of the title insurance Provide guidance to company personnel in the performance...

Hybrid

Associate Underwriter - Agri Business

  • Capital Insurance Group
  • Phoenix, AZ (22 miles from Surprise, AZ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (22 miles from Surprise, AZ)
  • 3 days ago

Why Choose CIGs Underwriting Team?...

In Person

Commercial Underwriter

  • Fidelity National Financial
  • Phoenix, AZ (22 miles from Surprise, AZ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (22 miles from Surprise, AZ)
  • 4 days ago

Analyze title issues and mitigate risk in an underwriting capacity. Monitor and prioritize work tasks to ensure a high level of productivity....

In Person

Senior Disability Underwriter

  • Guardian Life
  • Phoenix, AZ (22 miles from Surprise, AZ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (22 miles from Surprise, AZ)
  • 5 days ago

Explain Guardian product information, risk classification, and underwriting action to peers and field force + Collaborate with peer underwriting staff, support personnel, and adjacent departments to...

In Person

Senior Medical Underwriter

  • Highmark Health
  • Phoenix, AZ (22 miles from Surprise, AZ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (22 miles from Surprise, AZ)
  • 8 days ago

Fulfills Highmark's mission to provide and maintain affordable products, by performing ongoing review of the medical underwriting guidelines and departmental procedures....

In Person

Underwriter of Primary Casualty

  • Bowhead Insurance Company Inc
  • Phoenix, AZ (22 miles from Surprise, AZ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (22 miles from Surprise, AZ)
  • 11 days ago

Best) is a best in class insurance underwriting operation focused on Management Liability, Excess Casualty, Errors & Omissions and Healthcare. Our company is dynamic and growing....

In Person

Underwriter / Account Executive Commercial Accounts Business Center

  • The Travelers Companies
  • Phoenix, AZ (22 miles from Surprise, AZ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (22 miles from Surprise, AZ)
  • 12 days ago

Underwrite and skillfully negotiate customer accounts to minimize risk and maximize profitability....

In Person

Crop Associate Underwriter (Peoria, IL)

  • Great American Insurance Group (DBA)
  • Peoria, AZ (8 miles from Surprise, AZ)
  • 14 days ago
  • Peoria, AZ (8 miles from Surprise, AZ)
  • 14 days ago

Reviews premium and loss data on an individual account as part of renewal underwriting, change underwriting, or mid-term underwriting. Reviews insurance applications and other risk documentation....

In Person

Underwriting Assistant, E&S Casualty

  • Ascot Group
  • Phoenix, AZ (22 miles from Surprise, AZ)
  • 17 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (22 miles from Surprise, AZ)
  • 17 days ago

the Underwriting team as required....

Hybrid In Person

Assistant Vice President Senior Underwriter - Wholesale Lower Middle Market Excess Casualty

  • Axis Capital Holdings LTD
  • Phoenix, AZ (22 miles from Surprise, AZ)
  • 23 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (22 miles from Surprise, AZ)
  • 23 days ago

Pro-actively participate and assist in ongoing underwriting training. Responsible for special underwriting projects and presentations as requested by business unit leadership....

In Person

Production Underwriter/Broker

  • USG Holding
  • Phoenix, AZ (22 miles from Surprise, AZ)
  • 23 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (22 miles from Surprise, AZ)
  • 23 days ago

Strong knowledge and experience of property and casualty insurance including: coverages, rating, terminology and technical procedures. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: P&C License required....

Remote

Executive Underwriter

  • Liberty Mutual
  • Phoenix, AZ (22 miles from Surprise, AZ)
  • 25 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (22 miles from Surprise, AZ)
  • 25 days ago

Underwrites policies within underwriting authority....

In Person

Senior Cyber Underwriter - West Coast (Remote)

  • Munich Re
  • Phoenix, AZ (22 miles from Surprise, AZ)
  • 26 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (22 miles from Surprise, AZ)
  • 26 days ago

experience, with additional experience in cyberrelated areas such as claims, product administration, underwriting, or cybersecurity Commercial underwriting and/or insurance marketing experience Established...

Remote

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Surprise, AZ

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Surprise, AZ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
50.3%
Master's Degree
14.8%
Associate's Degree
11.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.6%
High School or GED
9.5%
Some College
2.2%
Doctorate Degree
2.0%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Underwritings in Surprise, AZ
None
40.0%
2-4 years
26.7%
1-2 years
20.0%
4-6 years
10.0%
6-8 years
3.3%


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